School News

7th Grade Course Selection 2025-2026

Electronic Registration through FOCUS begins 3/3/25 ENDS 3/14/25. Current 6th grade students will start in their science class Monday 3/3/25 using this form. Parents please review using your student's FOCUS account the selections they have chosen for next year by 3/14/2025.

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8th Grade Course Selection 2025-2026

Electronic Registration through FOCUS begins 3/3/25 ENDS 3/14/25. Current 7th grade students will start in their science class Tuesday 3/4/25 using this form. Parents please review using your student's FOCUS account the selections they have chosen for next year by 3/14/2025.

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Payments Through RevTrak for Field Trips and other costs. This link also appears under Parents and Students.

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Preorder Your NOLAN Yearbook now! Use Code 1404

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Yearbook Dedications

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Public Meetings for 2026-2027 Residential Attendance Zones

These meetings explained the rezoning process, outlined the criteria for establishing Residential Attendance Zones, and provided an opportunity for public input. The content presented at all meetings was the same.

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Have you thought about becoming a teacher?

Learn more about Alternative Pathways to Teaching. Join us for an informational meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 6pm-7:30pm at Wakeland Support Center, 1812 27th Street E, Bradenton, FL 34208.

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Operations Job Fair is Thursday, March 27 from 9am-12pm.

We're hiring Bus Drivers, Bus Aides, Custodians, Food Service Workers, Maintenance, HVAC Technicians, and Electricians. We offer a competitive salary with great hours and benefits.

Interviews are on-site at Wakeland Support Center, 1812 27th Street E, Bradenton, FL 34208.

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FortifyFL Training for Parents/Guardians

Each school district must make training available for parents and guardians on the use of FortifyFL and explain the potential consequences for anyone making a threat or false report.

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New East County School is Named “Lake Manatee K-8”

Learn more about the new school, including construction updates, opening plans, and how we are getting ready to learn.

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Upcoming Events

Security Screening at Schools Video

Beginning on August 12, 2024, students and visitors at all high school and random middle school campuses will be screened using a high-tech security scanner system.

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School Board Seeks Civic-Minded Citizens to Join Audit Committee

The committee reviews the scope, plan and reports of the internal and external auditors, and reviews the collection and proper use of the funds raised through the one-half cent sales surtax for school capital outlay expenditures.

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Notifications of Parental Rights in Education

Florida Statutes, Title XLIX, Chapter 1014, 1014.05 School district notifications on parental rights.

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R. Dan Nolan Middle School is a public school for grades 6-8 located in Bradenton, Florida. Established in August 2004, Nolan Middle School offers a rigorous, engaging academic curriculum complemented by excellent fine and creative arts, vocational, and athletic programs. At the heart of our school are talented and dedicated staff, administrators, and volunteers who are passionate about learning and deeply committed to the success of every Nolan student. Nolan Middle School values communication with parents and our community, and strives to create an environment where both students and families feel connected to the school community. The mission of R. Dan Nolan Middle School is to inspire our students with a passion for learning, empowered to pursue their dreams confidently and creatively while contributing to our community, nation and world.